South Down Shores Travel Guide
Laconia
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Popular places to visit
Winnipesaukee Pier
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Winnipesaukee Pier during your visit to Laconia. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Paugus Bay
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Paugus Bay during your travels in Laconia. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the live music in this family-friendly area.
Ahern State Park
You can take time to visit Ahern State Park during your travels to Laconia. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Funspot Family Fun Center
Enjoy an outing to Funspot Family Fun Center during your stay in Laconia. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Weirs Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Weirs Beach during your trip to Laconia? Wander the lakeside and beaches in this family-friendly area.
Opechee Park Cove Beach and Opechee Point Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Opechee Park Cove Beach and Opechee Point Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Laconia. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Top hotels in South Down Shores
Mill Falls Resort Collection at the Lake
Nice room great view
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Best Western Plymouth Inn-White Mountains
Room was clean breakfast buffet had a good variety of food
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Steele Hill Resorts
Very pretty place to stay my family enjoyed it, could use some deep cleaning & more dining space to accommodate resort guests & breakfast before 830.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford
We were so impressed with the room. The service was excellent and all the staff friendly and helpful. The pool and hot tub were wonderful to enjoy. The hotel was sooo clean. The breakfast in the morning was an added bonus. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Winnisquam Lake Inn
Yes all was good
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
The Common Man Inn & Spa
I love this place! Second time I have stayed there this winter. I wanted to change my room and the person who I spoke to was very accommodating. We had a great dinner and the morning breakfast was excellent. Also, the shower pressure was perfect! I'll definitely be be back.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around South Down Shores
Plummer Point
While Plummer Point isn't home to many top sights, Weirs Beach and Paugus Bay are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bayside
While there might not be top attractions in Bayside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Paugus Bay and Tranquility Springs Wellness Spa.
Lakeport
While visiting Lakeport, you might make a stop by sights like Tranquility Springs Wellness Spa and Paugus Bay.
Weirs Beach
Lake views, live music and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of Weirs Beach. Make a stop by Lake Winnipesaukee or Winnipesaukee Pier while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Downtown Laconia
If you're spending some time in Downtown Laconia, Lake Winnisquam and Sun Day's Salon & Spa, Inc. are top sights worth seeing.
